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as in diadem
a decorative band or wreath worn about the head as a symbol of victory or honor the crown of laurel leaves that is traditionally placed on the winner of the marathon

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as in championship
the position occupied by the one who comes in first in a competition his lifelong dream of someday winning the heavyweight boxing crown

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verb

as in to finish
to bring to a triumphant conclusion the Olympic Games were crowned by spectacular closing ceremonies

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Recent Examples of crown
Noun
Enjoy catered hors d’oeuvres and beverages, create your own flower bouquets and crowns, explore reusable merch and experience live student performances. Jake Richardson, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2025 Such a devastating turn by the advocate who was instrumental in building Reigns' dominant empire, tearing it down to crown Punk, would fundamentally shake the power structure of WWE to its very core. David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
Verb
But only one could be crowned America’s Next Drag Superstar, and that queen is… Onya Nurve, who received her crown from last season’s winner Nymphia Wind. Andy Swift, TVLine, 18 Apr. 2025 Liverpool now need a maximum of six points from their six remaining games to be crowned champions. James Pearce, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for crown
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crown
Noun
  • The Danish Royal House confirmed that Queen Margrethe, 85, gave Princess Isabella the diadem with turquoise and diamonds on the occasion of her 18th birthday.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
  • He’s shown wearing chest armor and a pearl diadem.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • In 2020, a viral video showed Vaughn chatting with Trump at the national championship football game.
    Jay Stahl, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025
  • How to Watch WrestleMania 41: Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM ET Stream: Peacock (WATCH NOW) Night One of WrestleMania 41 features a number of fantastic championship matches, with the main event being a triple-threat match between superstars Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, and CM Punk.
    Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025
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  • Sustainable fiber use and circularity also have been top of mind for Cone.
    Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 29 Apr. 2025
  • This Week Our editors’ top picks, delivered free to your inbox every Friday.
    Sarah Kreps, Foreign Affairs, 29 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Miami rallied, finished strong, believed, and these past two play-in games have nourished that belief.
    Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2025
  • The computer’s latest forecast now has Wycombe down to finish second with an average of 88.75 points across those simulations to Wrexham’s 87.13 points.
    Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Both of these models featured a fold-over clasp with a large Rolex coronet.
    Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 11 Sep. 2024
  • Its oversized subdials have the exotic-dial look, but the watch’s face is otherwise adorned with only the Rolex coronet and Rolex wordmark.
    Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2024
Noun
  • Many recalled his legacy as the first pope from Latin America, and the first Jesuit to reach the pinnacle of church hierarchy, one who stressed humility over hubris for a church beset with scandal and indifference.
    Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2025
  • This term refers to a degree of competence that suggests the individual is among the small fraction of people who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.
    William Jones, USA Today, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • The final cost will be set once the design is completed, said Laura Swartz, the communications director for the Department of Finance.
    Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2025
  • He was also empowered to achieve a lifestyle by design that is filled with adventure, including completing IRONMAN triathlons and diving with great white sharks.
    Kody Boye, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • To see the ceremony from this height was to see how little the Vatican changes.
    Paul Elie, New Yorker, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Fit is essential, so tailor your dress to your heel height to ensure a polished look.
    Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2025

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“Crown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crown. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

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